With the 18 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Kalaburagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Safflower, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,150 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Safflower Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,150
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommoditySafflower (Safflower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Safflower about 3.1% above the period average, and just 7.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Safflower rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹5,150 |
| 2 APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹5,137 |
| 3 Basava Kalayana APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Laxmeshwar APMC | ₹4,797 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹353 (7.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Safflower fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Safflower prices at Kalaburagi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,550, with the average around ₹4,995. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,150 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,350 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,550 | ₹5,025 | ₹5,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,325 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,255 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,350 | ₹4,155 | ₹4,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,755 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,150 | ₹4,055 | ₹4,605 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,250 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Safflower to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalaburagi APMC was the market to beat for Safflower on 18 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.